Pediatric
Behavioral Emergencies
Protocol for Pediatric
patients <12 yrs old
Scene Safety
General Pediatric Assessment
Continue Assessment
Go to General Pediatric Assessment
Consider medical causes for the
patient’s behavior:
1. Hypoxia
2. Intoxication / Overdose
3. Hypoglycemia / Electrolytes
4. Head Injury
5. Post-ictal State
Implement the
S.A.F.E.R. model
Threatened or acted in a way that
suggests threat to self or others?
Yes
No
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Consider Benzodiazepine IM
2-point restraints;
consider law
enforcement escort; or
4-point restraints if
nedded
Transport to a Pediatric Facility
Transport to a Pediatric Facility as
appropriate